2008 BMW 760 vs. 2000 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2008 BMW 760 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,972 cc (12 cylinders), 2008 BMW 760 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 760 (440 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 2000 Chevrolet Corvette. (350 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 760 should accelerate faster than 2000 Chevrolet Corvette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 760 weights approximately 591 kg more than 2000 Chevrolet Corvette. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2008 BMW 760 (600 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Chevrolet Corvette. (488 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 760 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Chevrolet Corvette.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW 760 | 2000 Chevrolet Corvette | |
Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
Model | 760 | Corvette |
Year Released | 2008 | 2000 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5972 cc | 5666 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 440 HP | 350 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 600 Nm | 488 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 10.1:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 276 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2105 kg | 1514 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1220 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 14.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 53 L |